Lishriver Tea Garden - Mal, Jalpaiguri
Lishriver Tea Garden is a village situated in the Mal subdivision of Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 15.3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malbazar and around 56.5 km from the district headquarters in Jalpaiguri . Bagrakot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lishriver Tea Garden village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lishriver Tea Garden is 306894. The village covers a total geographical area of 940.52 hectares and falls under the 734501 pincode. Mal is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Lishriver Tea Garden village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Lishriver Tea Garden
According to the 2011 Census, Lishriver Tea Garden village had a total population of 6,903 people, including 3,442 males and 3,461 females, living in 1,493 households. The sex ratio was 1,006 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.59%, with male literacy at 75.73% and female literacy at 53.60%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 662, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4,300.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,903 | 3,442 | 3,461 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 806 | 414 | 392 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 662 | 350 | 312 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4,300 | 2,100 | 2,200 |
| Literate Population | 3,938 | 2,293 | 1,645 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,965 | 1,149 | 1,816 |
Nearby Villages of Lishriver Tea Garden
Lishriver Tea Garden is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Dakshin Phulbari | South-East | 2.25 km |
| Kalagaity | West | 2.34 km |
| Saogaon Tea Garden | South | 2.35 km |
| Bagrakot Tea Garden | North | 2.73 km |
| Uttar Phulbari | North-East | 3.53 km |
| Kalagaity Tea Garden | West | 3.61 km |
| Dakshin Odlabari (ct) | South-East | 3.63 km |
| Washabari Tea Garden | North-West | 3.74 km |
| Odlabari Tea Garden | South-East | 4.05 km |
| Saogaon | South-West | 4.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lishriver Tea Garden
Public transport in the Lishriver Tea Garden is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bagrakot, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mal to Lishriver Tea Garden is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Lishriver Tea Garden is about 56.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lishriver Tea Garden
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lishriver Tea Garden village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Lishriver Tea Garden
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lishriver Tea Garden village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Lishriver Tea Garden
Where is Lishriver Tea Garden located?
Lishriver Tea Garden village is located in Mal Subdivision, Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Lishriver Tea Garden?
The Gram Panchayat of Lishriver Tea Garden is Bagrakot.
What is the pincode of Lishriver Tea Garden?
The pincode of Lishriver Tea Garden is 734501.
What is the population of Lishriver Tea Garden?
Lishriver Tea Garden had a total population of 6,903, including 3,442 males and 3,461 females.
How many households are there in Lishriver Tea Garden?
Lishriver Tea Garden had 1,493 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lishriver Tea Garden?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lishriver Tea Garden was 64.59%. Male literacy was 75.73% and female literacy was 53.60%.